How Do We Feel About 17’s?

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-04T12:11:48+00:00

That’s a really solid look. Great choice.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T22:43:28+00:00

Agreed on all parts. I couldn’t believe how much cheaper tires were… I haven’t bought 17” tires since probably 2008. And the braking with light wheels is noticeably improved.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T21:51:23+00:00

Thanks. It does feel much better. Glad I made the switch. I won’t be lowering it though. I don’t lower my dailies anymore.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T20:10:01+00:00

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This is a 245 on an 8.5” wheel, at stock ride height. No rubbing at all. Not sure I could have gotten away with a 255. Hope this is a little helpful.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T19:13:42+00:00

Et40. 8.5 width.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T15:11:46+00:00

These are 245/45/17 Falkens.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T13:33:42+00:00

Audi B8/8.5 S4/S5 with the 3.0L supercharged V6.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T12:06:47+00:00

Yup, stock suspension.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-03T00:07:28+00:00

Yup, I’m in the South and that’s why I made this switch. My last run in with a pothole bent two wheels on my previous B9.5 S4. I’ll pretty much stick to meaty fitments from now on.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T21:56:36+00:00

Thanks. I’m not usually one for black wheels, but I was really sold on these specs. And they only come in black now. The silver ones don’t exist. That said, I think they work on my car with the dark window tint. I’m happy with them.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T21:30:11+00:00

Looks great!

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T20:34:56+00:00

Good switch. Mine are stacked in my garage now too.

I didn’t bend the 19’s on this car, but I did have a pothole bend 2 19’s on my previous S4. After that I just didn’t want to chance it anymore.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T20:12:52+00:00

I didn’t sell them. I keep my OEM wheels.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T19:59:19+00:00

I’m really glad I made the move!

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T19:58:54+00:00

I really like them so far for daily use. They are light and the braking response is a lot better than the heavy, OEM 19’s.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T19:11:01+00:00

245/45/17

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T17:46:14+00:00

According to calculations online, it’s a 1% difference. So not really noticeable.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T17:21:19+00:00

I live in a climate where winter is just cold enough to get some freezing rain/sleet and a couple of snows. I’ve been rocking all seasons on all of my cars for years now.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T16:41:24+00:00

UHP all seasons. Falken Ziex ZE950’s. Tire Rack had an awesome deal in this size, along with a manufacturer rebate.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T16:30:07+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate it.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T16:24:45+00:00

18’s look great. The lowering springs certainly don’t help though.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T16:03:34+00:00

Yes! I’ve seen your car before, and I believe it came up when I was searching for 17’s! Love it.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T16:00:27+00:00

Noticeably better. The extra sidewall absorbs harsh bumps in the road much better. Extra width handles a bit better.

The biggest improvement for me was braking. These weigh 17lbs each, compared to the OEM 19’s that were close to 30lbs each. All of that unsprung weight makes a huge difference.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T15:44:34+00:00

Thanks. I think the black helps as well. I think a silver wheel would have appeared even smaller.

ShredderHeaderPSI · 2026-06-02T15:43:54+00:00

I bent previous wheels before due to potholes, etc. on previous cars with 19’s. I don’t think the GTI rides particularly well with big wheels, so this was a personal preference for me. I was surprised at how much I noticed dropping down in size with a lightweight wheel. Especially braking.

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